Burjeel Medical City was honored in the ‘Large Facility’ category, and six Emirati employees of the Group received individual awards for their excellence in medical, administrative, healthcare, and leadership roles
Abu Dhabi: Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare services provider in MENA, has once again excelled at the Nafis Award, a recognition of its commitment to empowering Emirati professionals and building sustainable career pathways in healthcare. This year, the Group received seven awards in ‘Large Facility’ and ‘Individual’ categories for its ongoing efforts to attract, develop, and retain UAE Nationals across its facilities.
The Nafis Award, an initiative launched as part of the ‘Projects of the 50’ agenda, aims to enhance the competitiveness of Emirati human resources and empower them to occupy jobs in the private sector. The award was launched under the patronage and guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Presidential Court, Chairman of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council. The winners were announced during the third cycle of the award ceremony held in Abu Dhabi.
While Burjeel Medical City (BMC) won first place in the ‘Large Facility’ category, six Emirati employees received individual awards for their excellence in medical, administrative, healthcare, and leadership roles. Dr. Naser Alriyami, CEO of Al Dhafra Region, Burjeel Holdings, and Dr. Mohamed Almarzooqi, Medical Director & Consultant Interventional Radiology, Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, won first and second place in the ‘Leadership’ category, respectively. In the ‘Healthcare’ category, Sara Alkatheeri and Fatma Ben Ammar, Nutritionists at BMC, won first and third place, respectively. Dr. Mohamed Muath ADI, Head of Department & Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, BMC, received second place in the ‘Medical’ category, while Alya Almazrouei, Manager, Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement, Burjeel Holdings, won second place in the ‘Administrative’ category.
“We are honored to receive these awards that recognize our ongoing efforts to invest in Emirati talent and strengthen their contributions to the private healthcare sector. We are proud to see them leading transformation across our facilities, contributing meaningfully at every level. Their growth reflects our deep-rooted commitment to building a future-ready healthcare workforce shaped by local talent,” said Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and Chairman, about the achievement.
Over the years, Burjeel Holdings has steadily increased the number of UAE Nationals across its facilities, investing in structured training, mentorship, and development programs.
Dr. Tahani Al Qadri, Group Director of Emiratization and Academics at Burjeel Holdings, said, “Our Emirati colleagues play an essential role in shaping the future of healthcare in the UAE. At Burjeel Holdings, we are actively building pathways for Emirati talent to thrive across a range of roles, including leadership. Through targeted programs, mentorship, and strategic partnerships like Nafis, we’re integrating local talent into every layer of our healthcare ecosystem and equipping them with the skills and experiences needed for long-term success.”
Over the past two years, Burjeel Holdings saw a 300% increase in the number of UAE Nationals across its units, with nearly 30% now serving in senior roles. Its initiatives continue to inspire more young Emiratis to pursue meaningful careers in healthcare.
